2004 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1960 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1960 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Wartburg 311. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1960 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Audi | Wartburg |
| Model | A4 | 311 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
